Montgomery County Department of Police Accepting Food Donations Thursday

Food donations for people and pets will be accepted Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. County residents can drop-off their donations at Ronald McNair Elementary at 13881 Hopkins Road in Germantown. The event is organized by Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) and two non-profits.

Attendees can drive their cars up to the tent near the school, open their trunk or door and a volunteer will retrieve the donations. The food items in highest demand are below:

• Instant oatmeal packets
• Brown rice (16 oz)
• Whole grain pasta (16 oz)
• Tuna, salmon or chicken (in water)
• Dry or canned beans (low sodium)
• Natural nut butters
• Canned vegetables (low sodium)
• Canned fruit in juice
• Fruit cups
• Shelf-stable, individual milk boxes
• Cooking oils and spices
• Baby formula and baby foods
• Dog, cat, and kitten foods (wet and dry)
• Dog, cat, and kitten treats

MCPD, in partnership with Manna Food Center and MCPAW (Montgomery County Partners for Animal Well-Being), will collect the donated foods for people and pets in need during this COVID-19 pandemic.

Food Drive tomorrow at Ronald McNair Elementary School located at 13881 Hopkins Rd in Germantown! Drop off your donations from 11am – 2pm. Help your community out with your generosity! Not a distribution point – just donations.😃 pic.twitter.com/rCf7MuWOwA

— Montgomery County Department of Police (@mcpnews) June 24, 2020

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